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MOUNTING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR
WARNING
●Overpowering a boat may cause severe instability. Do not install an out- board motor with more horsepower than the maximum rating on the capac- ity plate of the boat. If the boat does not have a capacity plate, consult the boat manufacturer.
●The information presented in this sec- tion is intended as reference only. It is not possible to provide complete instructions for every possible boat/ motor combination. Proper mounting depends in part on experience and the specific boat/motor combination.
WARNING
Improper mounting of the outboard motor could result in hazardous conditions such as poor handling, loss of con- trol, or fire hazards. Observe the following:
●For permanently mounted models, your dealer or other person experi- enced in proper rigging should mount the motor. If you are mounting the motor yourself, you should be trained by an experienced person.
●For portable models, your dealer or other person experienced in proper outboard motor mounting should show you how to mount your motor.
Mount the outboard motor on the center line (keel line) of the boat, and ensure that the boat itself is well balanced. Otherwise, the boat will be hard to steer. For boats without a keel or which are asymmetrical, consult your dealer.
1Center line (keel line)